| [Flash Point] 75 | |
| [Autoignition] 295 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. | |
| [Upper exp. limit] 9.8 | |
| [Lower exp. limit] 1.6 | |
| [Fire Potential] Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Destroy contaminated shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume hood. | |
| [Ingestion] Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin burns. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye burns. | |
| [Hazards] When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards. | |
| [UN (DOT)] 3265 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Appearance] Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a stench. | |
| [Solubility in water] 45 g/L | |
| [Melting Point] <-80 | |
| [Boiling Point] 176.4 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.4 920 C) | |
| [Density] 0.938 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 4.80 (pKa) | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.4058 (20 C) | |
| [Product Name] DL-2-Methylbutyric acid | |
| [Synonyms] 2-Methylbutyric acid Active valeric acid Ethylmethylacetic acid Methylethylacetic acid | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_600-07-7.htm">600-07-7 | |
| [Formula] C5H10O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 102.13 | |
| [EINECS] 209-982-7 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1720486 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 0-02-00-00305 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Bases, oxidizing agents, reducing agents. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 3265 | |
| [Hazard Class] 8 | |
| [Packing Group] I; II; III |
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